DOMINICAN STYLE CHICHARRON ( FRIED PORK SKINS)

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This ia an authentic recipe from Dominican Republic that a friend of mine gave to me. This recipe was one that she used to make the chicharron she sold while in D.R. Hope you enjoy as my family and I did!

Provided by Jennifer 1979

Categories     Pork

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 1/2 lbs pork skins or 2 1/2 lbs pork, for chicharron
2 cups water
2 tablespoons oregano
2 tablespoons salt
1 lime

Steps:

  • Place pork, water salt and oregano in a large pan. squeeze the juice from the lime in with the rest of the ingredients. Place on high until it comes to a boil then turn to med.- high. Continue cooking uncovered until all the water is absored. The pork will then produce its own oil to fry. Continue cooking the meat until meat is crispy but not burned and brown in color.
  • Remeove and drain on paper towels. Serve with lime and hot sauce. (optional).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 775.8, Fat 44.4, SaturatedFat 16.1, Cholesterol 134.7, Sodium 4350.9, Carbohydrate 1, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 87

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